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July 14, 2021 Tweet - "I'm standing today with @RonWyden & @SenBooker to release a discussion draft of the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act It's our legislative proposal to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and repair damage done by the War on Drugs--especially in communities of color" Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2021 Tweet - "We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana while ensuring restorative justice for those harmed by the War on Drugs. I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation." Sen. Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message: They want an end to marijuana prohibition. I'm working in the Senate with @SenBooker and @RonWyden to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 23, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people I am working in the Senate with @SenBooker and @RonWyden to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and help the communities who have been hurt--especially communities of color." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 22, 2021 Artistic Recognition for Talented Students Act Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
June 21, 2021 Tweet - "New York not only legalized marijuana--but ensured restorative justice for those harmed by the War on Drugs This is a model for how Congress must deal with this issue I'm working with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation" Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 14, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition. That is why I'm working with @RonWyden and @SenBooker to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
June 8, 2021 Tweet - "We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana while ensuring restorative justice for those harmed by the War on Drugs. I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation." Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 28, 2021 Nadler, Blumenauer, Lee, Jackson Lee, Jeffries, and Velázquez Reintroduce Comprehensive Marijuana Reform Legislation Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, ...
May 28, 2021 Introduction of the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act of 2021 Rep. Jerry Nadler
May 26, 2021 Tweet - "For decades, young Americans--disproportionately Americans of color--have been arrested and jailed for carrying even small amounts of marijuana. I won't stop working to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the harms of the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 20, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition. I'm working with Senator Ron Wyden and Senator Cory Booker to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 20, 2021 Tweet - "In state after state, in ballot initiatives and constitutional amendments, Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition I'm working with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation in the Senate" Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 12, 2021 Tweet - "We must finally end the federal prohibition on marijuana, advance criminal justice reform, and ensure equity for communities impacted by the War on Drugs That is why I'm working with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform" Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 11, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition. I'm working with @RonWyden and @SenBooker to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 5, 2021 Tweet - "Legislators in New York not only legalized marijuana--but also ensured restorative justice for those harmed by the War on Drugs This is a model for how we should deal with this issue in Congress I will keep working to end the federal marijuana prohibition" Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 1, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people. I was proud to stand with @DPA_NY, @StartSmartNY, @VOCALNewYork, and more to #PasstheMRTA. Today, we celebrated NY's equitable legalization at the Cannabis Parade and Rally in NYC. I'll keep working to end the federal prohibition." Sen. Chuck Schumer
May 1, 2021 Tweet - "It's the Cannabis Parade and Rally in New York City. This year, we finally and equitably legalized marijuana in New York. And I won't stop working to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the harms of the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 29, 2021 Tweet - "For decades, young Americans--disproportionately Americans of color--have been arrested and jailed for carrying even small amounts of marijuana. I'm working to end the federal prohibition and undo harms caused by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 28, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition. I'm working with @RonWyden and @SenBooker to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 21, 2021 Tweet - "We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana and repair the damage of the War on Drugs. I'm proud to work with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation in the Senate." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 20, 2021 Velázquez, Evans, and Golden Look to Spark Growth by Extending SBA Lending to Small Cannabis Businesses Rep. Nydia Velázquez, ...
April 20, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message: We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana. That's why I'm working in the Senate to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 20, 2021 Tweet - "For decades, young men and women--disproportionately men and women of color--have been arrested and jailed for carrying even small amounts of marijuana I'm working to end the federal prohibition and undo the harms of the War on Drugs" Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 20, 2021 Tweet - "In state after state, in ballot initiatives and constitutional amendments, Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition I'm working with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation in the Senate" Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 20, 2021 Tweet - "Legislators in New York not only legalized marijuana--but ensured restorative justice for those harmed by the War on Drugs. This is the right approach and a model for how we should deal with this issue in Congress. I will keep working to end the federal marijuana prohibition." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 19, 2021 Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act of 2021 Rep. Nydia Velázquez
April 14, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people--particularly people of color I stood with organizers and advocates to ensure NY legalized Marijuana in a way that would help undo the damage of the War on Drugs I'll keep working to end the federal prohibition" Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 11, 2021 Tweet - "I'm working in the Senate with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation. It's long past time to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and ensure equity for communities--especially those of color--impacted by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 8, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people--particularly people of color. New York took an important step to address its harms. And I'm working in the Senate to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 8, 2021 Tweet - "It is long past time to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the damage of the War on Drugs. This is why I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation in the Senate." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 6, 2021 Tweet - "Ending the federal prohibition on marijuana is necessary to right the wrongs of the failed War on Drugs, particularly for communities of color. This is why I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation in the Senate." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 3, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people, and particularly people of color. I'm working in the Senate to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
April 3, 2021 Tweet - "I'm working with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana, make criminal justice reforms, and ensure equity for communities--especially those of color--impacted by the War on Drugs" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 31, 2021 Tweet - "The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act legalizing marijuana is now law in New York. And I will keep working in the Senate to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the damage of the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 30, 2021 Tweet - "The NY legislature is voting on the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act to legalize marijuana today I'm proud to see leaders in Albany keeping front and center the effort to repair harm done by prohibition And I will keep working to end the federal marijuana prohibition" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 30, 2021 Tweet - "Thank you @CPeoplesStokes @LizKrueger @DPA_NY @StartSmartNY @VOCALNewYork @Kassandra_Fred @MooreMeliss and more for your work to legalize marijuana in New York and ensure equity for those most harmed by prohibition. I will keep working to end the federal marijuana prohibition." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 30, 2021 Tweet - "The bill to legalize marijuana in New York just passed the State Senate! Next up: The State Assembly. And I will keep working to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the damage of the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 29, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people NY is taking an important step to address its harms And I am working to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and help the communities who have been hurt--especially communities of color From @DrugPolicyOrg:" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 28, 2021 Tweet - "BIG: Leaders in Albany just announced a deal to legalize marijuana and work to repair the harm of prohibition I look forward to seeing leaders in equity and justice appointed to lead the new entities this bill creates I'll keep working to end the federal marijuana prohibition" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 24, 2021 Tweet - "I'm proud to work with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform. To end the federal prohibition on marijuana To make criminal justice reforms To ensure equity for communities impacted by the War on Drugs" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "It is long past time to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the damage of the War on Drugs. WATCH: I talked with @SenBooker and @RonWyden this week about how we're working together on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 16, 2021 Tweet - "On the efforts to achieve marijuana reform in NY: I'm urging leaders in Albany to keep front & center the effort to repair the harm done by prohibition And I look forward to continuing the fight to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the damage of the War on Drugs" Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 11, 2021 Tweet - "We must finally end the federal prohibition on marijuana, advance criminal justice reform, and ensure equity for communities impacted by the War on Drugs. That is why I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform." Sen. Chuck Schumer
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "I am working alongside @SenBooker and @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform. We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana, make criminal justice reforms, and ensure equity for communities--especially those of color--impacted by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 18, 2021 Tweet - "We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana, make criminal justice reforms, and ensure equity for communities--especially those of color--impacted by the War on Drugs. This is why I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 18, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Blumenauer and Lee Urge President Biden to Pardon Federal Cannabis Offenses Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
Feb. 6, 2021 Tweet - "I had a great meeting yesterday with @SenBooker, @RonWyden, and leading marijuana justice groups from across the country to strategize about working together to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and repair the damage done to communities by the War on Drugs." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Feb. 1, 2021 Booker, Wyden, Schumer Joint Statement on Cannabis Reform Legislation Sen. Chuck Schumer, ...
Feb. 1, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people, and particularly people of color. Ending the federal marijuana prohibition is necessary to right the wrongs of this failed war. I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform." Sen. Chuck Schumer
Date Title Politician
July 14, 2021 Tweet - "I'm standing today with @RonWyden & @SenBooker to release a discussion draft of the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act It's our legislative proposal to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and repair damage done by the War on Drugs--especially in communities of color" Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 8, 2021 Tweet - "We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana while ensuring restorative justice for those harmed by the War on Drugs. I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation." Sen.Chuck Schumer
July 6, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message: They want an end to marijuana prohibition. I'm working in the Senate with @SenBooker and @RonWyden to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 23, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people I am working in the Senate with @SenBooker and @RonWyden to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and help the communities who have been hurt--especially communities of color." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 22, 2021 Artistic Recognition for Talented Students Act Rep.Hakeem Jeffries
June 21, 2021 Tweet - "New York not only legalized marijuana--but ensured restorative justice for those harmed by the War on Drugs This is a model for how Congress must deal with this issue I'm working with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation" Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 14, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition. That is why I'm working with @RonWyden and @SenBooker to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
June 8, 2021 Tweet - "We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana while ensuring restorative justice for those harmed by the War on Drugs. I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation." Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 28, 2021 Nadler, Blumenauer, Lee, Jackson Lee, Jeffries, and Velázquez Reintroduce Comprehensive Marijuana Reform Legislation Rep.Hakeem Jeffries, ...
May 28, 2021 Introduction of the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act of 2021 Rep.Jerry Nadler
May 26, 2021 Tweet - "For decades, young Americans--disproportionately Americans of color--have been arrested and jailed for carrying even small amounts of marijuana. I won't stop working to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the harms of the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 20, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition. I'm working with Senator Ron Wyden and Senator Cory Booker to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 20, 2021 Tweet - "In state after state, in ballot initiatives and constitutional amendments, Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition I'm working with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation in the Senate" Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 12, 2021 Tweet - "We must finally end the federal prohibition on marijuana, advance criminal justice reform, and ensure equity for communities impacted by the War on Drugs That is why I'm working with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform" Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 11, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition. I'm working with @RonWyden and @SenBooker to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 5, 2021 Tweet - "Legislators in New York not only legalized marijuana--but also ensured restorative justice for those harmed by the War on Drugs This is a model for how we should deal with this issue in Congress I will keep working to end the federal marijuana prohibition" Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 1, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people. I was proud to stand with @DPA_NY, @StartSmartNY, @VOCALNewYork, and more to #PasstheMRTA. Today, we celebrated NY's equitable legalization at the Cannabis Parade and Rally in NYC. I'll keep working to end the federal prohibition." Sen.Chuck Schumer
May 1, 2021 Tweet - "It's the Cannabis Parade and Rally in New York City. This year, we finally and equitably legalized marijuana in New York. And I won't stop working to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the harms of the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 29, 2021 Tweet - "For decades, young Americans--disproportionately Americans of color--have been arrested and jailed for carrying even small amounts of marijuana. I'm working to end the federal prohibition and undo harms caused by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 28, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition. I'm working with @RonWyden and @SenBooker to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 21, 2021 Tweet - "We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana and repair the damage of the War on Drugs. I'm proud to work with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation in the Senate." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 20, 2021 Velázquez, Evans, and Golden Look to Spark Growth by Extending SBA Lending to Small Cannabis Businesses Rep.Nydia Velázquez, ...
April 20, 2021 Tweet - "Americans are sending a clear message: We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana. That's why I'm working in the Senate to end the federal prohibition and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 20, 2021 Tweet - "For decades, young men and women--disproportionately men and women of color--have been arrested and jailed for carrying even small amounts of marijuana I'm working to end the federal prohibition and undo the harms of the War on Drugs" Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 20, 2021 Tweet - "In state after state, in ballot initiatives and constitutional amendments, Americans are sending a clear message--they want an end to marijuana prohibition I'm working with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation in the Senate" Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 20, 2021 Tweet - "Legislators in New York not only legalized marijuana--but ensured restorative justice for those harmed by the War on Drugs. This is the right approach and a model for how we should deal with this issue in Congress. I will keep working to end the federal marijuana prohibition." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 19, 2021 Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act of 2021 Rep.Nydia Velázquez
April 14, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people--particularly people of color I stood with organizers and advocates to ensure NY legalized Marijuana in a way that would help undo the damage of the War on Drugs I'll keep working to end the federal prohibition" Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 11, 2021 Tweet - "I'm working in the Senate with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation. It's long past time to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and ensure equity for communities--especially those of color--impacted by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 8, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people--particularly people of color. New York took an important step to address its harms. And I'm working in the Senate to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 8, 2021 Tweet - "It is long past time to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the damage of the War on Drugs. This is why I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation in the Senate." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 6, 2021 Tweet - "Ending the federal prohibition on marijuana is necessary to right the wrongs of the failed War on Drugs, particularly for communities of color. This is why I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation in the Senate." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 3, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people, and particularly people of color. I'm working in the Senate to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and to repair the damage done by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
April 3, 2021 Tweet - "I'm working with @SenBooker & @RonWyden on comprehensive marijuana reform legislation We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana, make criminal justice reforms, and ensure equity for communities--especially those of color--impacted by the War on Drugs" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 31, 2021 Tweet - "The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act legalizing marijuana is now law in New York. And I will keep working in the Senate to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the damage of the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 30, 2021 Tweet - "The NY legislature is voting on the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act to legalize marijuana today I'm proud to see leaders in Albany keeping front and center the effort to repair harm done by prohibition And I will keep working to end the federal marijuana prohibition" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 30, 2021 Tweet - "Thank you @CPeoplesStokes @LizKrueger @DPA_NY @StartSmartNY @VOCALNewYork @Kassandra_Fred @MooreMeliss and more for your work to legalize marijuana in New York and ensure equity for those most harmed by prohibition. I will keep working to end the federal marijuana prohibition." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 30, 2021 Tweet - "The bill to legalize marijuana in New York just passed the State Senate! Next up: The State Assembly. And I will keep working to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the damage of the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 29, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people NY is taking an important step to address its harms And I am working to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and help the communities who have been hurt--especially communities of color From @DrugPolicyOrg:" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 28, 2021 Tweet - "BIG: Leaders in Albany just announced a deal to legalize marijuana and work to repair the harm of prohibition I look forward to seeing leaders in equity and justice appointed to lead the new entities this bill creates I'll keep working to end the federal marijuana prohibition" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 24, 2021 Tweet - "I'm proud to work with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform. To end the federal prohibition on marijuana To make criminal justice reforms To ensure equity for communities impacted by the War on Drugs" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 18, 2021 Tweet - "It is long past time to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the damage of the War on Drugs. WATCH: I talked with @SenBooker and @RonWyden this week about how we're working together on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 16, 2021 Tweet - "On the efforts to achieve marijuana reform in NY: I'm urging leaders in Albany to keep front & center the effort to repair the harm done by prohibition And I look forward to continuing the fight to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and undo the damage of the War on Drugs" Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 11, 2021 Tweet - "We must finally end the federal prohibition on marijuana, advance criminal justice reform, and ensure equity for communities impacted by the War on Drugs. That is why I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform." Sen.Chuck Schumer
March 3, 2021 Tweet - "I am working alongside @SenBooker and @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform. We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana, make criminal justice reforms, and ensure equity for communities--especially those of color--impacted by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 18, 2021 Tweet - "We must end the federal prohibition on marijuana, make criminal justice reforms, and ensure equity for communities--especially those of color--impacted by the War on Drugs. This is why I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 18, 2021 Letter to Joe Biden, President of the United States - Blumenauer and Lee Urge President Biden to Pardon Federal Cannabis Offenses Rep.Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, ...
Feb. 6, 2021 Tweet - "I had a great meeting yesterday with @SenBooker, @RonWyden, and leading marijuana justice groups from across the country to strategize about working together to end the federal prohibition on marijuana and repair the damage done to communities by the War on Drugs." Sen.Chuck Schumer
Feb. 1, 2021 Booker, Wyden, Schumer Joint Statement on Cannabis Reform Legislation Sen.Chuck Schumer, ...
Feb. 1, 2021 Tweet - "The War on Drugs has been a war on people, and particularly people of color. Ending the federal marijuana prohibition is necessary to right the wrongs of this failed war. I'm working with @SenBooker and @RonWyden on legislation for comprehensive marijuana reform." Sen.Chuck Schumer
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